Can I snorkel or freedive at Tanjun Parigi?

Only on the shallower parts and only in calm conditions. The site is primarily a scuba wall dive.

How do I reach Tanjun Parigi?

Tanjun Parigi is usually reached by boat from Bunaken dive bases, with a short hop to the wall.

How strong is the current at Tanjun Parigi?

Moderate current is the normal baseline, so it is best dived with good buoyancy and a calm wall plan.

Is Tanjun Parigi suitable for beginners?

Not really. It is best for divers who are already comfortable on walls and in moderate current.

What makes Tanjun Parigi a good wall dive?

The site combines a steep wall, coral relief, and plenty of fish life, so there is something going on from top reef to midwater.

What marine life can I expect at Tanjun Parigi?

Expect surgeonfish, rabbitfish, parrotfish, jacks, tunas, and green turtles, plus smaller reef life on the wall.

What visibility can I expect at Tanjun Parigi?

Visibility is often excellent, commonly in the 20-40 m range and sometimes more than 30 m.

When is the best time to dive Tanjun Parigi?

It works year-round, but April-May and September-October are usually the sweet spots.

Tanjun Parigi

Tanjun Parigi is a Bunaken wall dive with sea fans and jacks.

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ReefWall

Plan a Bunaken boat dive with a steep wall, clear water, and moderate current awareness; the top reef and midwall both hold life.

About Tanjun Parigi

Tanjun Parigi is a classic Bunaken wall dive with steep coral relief and a strong mix of reef life. Sea fans, barrel sponges, and black corals line the wall, while jacks, turtles, and schooling reef fish keep the midwater active. It suits divers who want clear water, a stable boat-based plan, and a wall profile that rewards good buoyancy and current awareness. The best dives here stay relaxed and measured rather than rushed.

Safety & Access

Site Conditions

Strong current

Safety Notes

Keep a steady position on the wall and stay close to the guide when the current is moving.

Where Is Tanjun Parigi?

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Scuba Diving

Classic Bunaken wall diving with a steep drop, sea fans, barrel sponges, and plenty of fish life.

Freediving

Possible on calmer sections for trained freedivers, but the wall and current make it primarily a scuba dive.

Snorkeling

The shallow top reef can work for snorkeling in calm conditions, but the wall below is the main draw.

Wildlife at Tanjun Parigi

Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.

Green sea turtle ( Chelonia mydas ), Moorea, French Polynesia

Turtles

Green Turtle

Chelonia mydas

Saltwater Fishes

Jackfish

Saltwater Fishes

Parrotfish

Saltwater Fishes

Surgeonfish

Acanthuridae

Research Estimate At Tanjun Parigi

Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.

Avg. Visibility30m

Access4/5 · Simple entry

Coral4/5 · Healthy coral

Aquatic Life5/5 · Exceptional variety

Facilities4/5 · Good facilities

Crowd / PopularityFew visitors

CurrentModerate current

Recent Visits

Bunaken and Manado (North Sulawesi)

Tanjun Parigi

Tanjun Parigi is a Bunaken wall dive with sea fans and jacks.

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